Dramatic VIDEO shows moment NYPD shoots knife-wielding man - but Mamdani wants to send social workers

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Newly released NYPD bodycam footage captures the intense moment an officer shot and wounded a 22-year-old man reportedly experiencing a mental health crisis inside a Queens home.

The incident occurred on January 26 in Briarwood, Queens, after a family member called 911 requesting EMS assistance and involuntary transport, citing concerns about the man’s behavior and history of mental illness.

The video has sparked public backlash from the family and reignited discussion around Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposal to expand community-based responses - including social workers - for mental health emergencies instead of relying primarily on police.

This case highlights the ongoing national debate over how cities should handle mental health crisis calls, balancing public safety, de-escalation, and appropriate medical intervention.

Viewer discretion advised: This footage contains distressing scenes.